Friday, June 9, 2017

There's truly no place like home! Home is with family and lifelong friends. Home is where people greet you with a how you doing and address you as baby, honey, or sweetheart. Fortunately (sometimes unfortunately for my waistline), home is where you can get some good eatin!!

Welcome to my hometown of Sylvester, GA!

The home of Peter Pan Peanut Butter and, my most recent discovery, Isabella Station! They describe themselves simply as an American and Seafood Restaurant on Facebook. After a dining there with one of my best friends, I'll say it's an American and Seafood Restaurant wrapped in character and dipped in Southern hospitality serving up some scrumptious dishes!

Our server Chelsea was a pure delight being patient with us as we explored the menu and also snapping some pics for us. Thanks Chelsea!

Then, I met the man behind the restaurant, born and raised in Sylvester as well, Shane Brooks--chef and owner. His journey has taken him many places to hone his culinary skills and you can definitely taste the influence in his restaurant's fabulous dishes!

You can enjoy daily specials like 14 oz ribeyes, lamb chops, catfish, cobia, pasta alfredo, Slytown BBQ sliders, and if you're reading this on June 9th, they have Chicken Fajitas tonight!

I don't remember the official name of this dessert but it's chimichanga awesomeness dusted with cinnamon served with ice cream.

If you're ever in the Southwest Georgia area, All Aboard to Isabella Station! They even have live music some nights! Oh and if you live in Sylvester and haven't been there, well bless your heart and get on down there soon!!

You see, the controlling force in our lives is the love of the Anointed One. And our confession is this: One died for all; therefore, all have died. 15 He died for us so that we will all live, not for ourselves, but for Him who died and rose from the dead. ~The Voice (VOICE)

For the love of Christ compels us, since we have reached this conclusion: If one died for all, then all died. 15 And he died for all so that those who live should no longer live for themselves, but for the one who died for them and was raised. ~Christian Standard Bible (CSB)

We are ruled by the love of Christ, now that we recognize that one man died for everyone, which means that they all share in his death. 15 He died for all, so that those who live should no longer live for themselves, but only for him who died and was raised to life for their sake. ~Good News Translation (GNT)

Sunday, May 7, 2017

When you encourage each other and live at peace with one another, I am with you because I am the Author of love and peace. Remember to be of one mind. I will never leave you or forsake you.

Love,

Your Father God

Finally, brothers and sisters, keep rejoicing and repair whatever is broken. Encourage each other, think as one, and live at peace; and God, the Author of love and peace, will remain with you. ~The Voice (VOICE)

I close my letter with these last words: Be happy. Grow in Christ. Pay attention to what I have said. Live in harmony and peace. And may the God of love and peace be with you. ~Living Bible (TLB)

Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you. ~King James Version (KJV)

After The Sixth Day tells the story of one spirit living in a world that it's trying to understand. At some point on the journey, a longing is awakened for another world that feels both familiar and unknown. This story is uniquely told through poetry and prose with sincere and powerful emotion. The "notes" in After the Sixth Day reveal what we all soon realize; through interaction with the world, the spirit is tested, awakened and strengthened.

So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. Then God saw everything that He had made, and indeed it was very good. So the evening and the morning were the sixth day.

{Genesis 1:27,31 NKJV}

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So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. Then God saw everything that He had made, and indeed it was very good. So the evening and the morning were the sixth day.

Thursday, February 16, 2017

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As a counselor, it is to empower you to access your full potential and live more authentically!

As a poet, it is to share words to inspire love, deliverance from hurtful situations and encourage a renewed relationship with God.

As a speaker, it is to provide a dynamic experience which will actively engage you and your group in learning and growing.

My professional background includes over 14 years as a Career Counselor providing education planning and career guidance. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and National Board Certified Counselor with a Master’s degree in Psychology. My publications include After the Sixth Day: Notes from a Spiritual Journey and Pain is Fertile Ground—poetry collections focused on spiritual awakening and growth.

On a more personal note, the southern lady that I am loves to cook (have you seen my Pinterest board?) and have fun with my family! Are there any two things that bring more joy to a G.R.I.T.S. (Girl raised in the south)? Lol

I hope we stay connected because new ventures are on the way to enlighten your mind and to partner with you to chart a course for your success!